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Library News

“A good newspaper, I suppose, is a nation talking to itself.” — Arthur Miller, American Playwright

Free Newspaper Resources at WPLD

Did you know that you can access thousands of issues and articles from local and national newspapers any time you want using your WPLD library card and PIN? Stay informed 24/7 with our digital resources, whether you’re looking for current articles or you want to explore something in the past for a school history project or a “look back on this date” for a special birthday or anniversary celebration.

Like most of our database options, you’ll just need to add a few keys words and date ranges to search and narrow down (or expand) your focus.

Newsbank

Search full-text articles from several prominent local, state and national publications.

Warrenville Press

Search full-text articles on local news, issues, events, people and more from archived issues of the Warrenville Press (2007-2013).  

Chicago Sun Times Collection

Explore Chicago history through local news, events and people with the Chicago Sun-Times Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. 

Daily Herald Collection

Explore suburban history through local news, events and people with the Daily Herald Collection. Search current and archived issues with full-color newspaper pages, full-text articles and content only published online. 

Newspaper Source Plus

Search millions of full-text articles and television and radio transcripts from major news sources around the world.

If you have any questions about the library’s databases and online resources, please stop by the Adult Services Desk, call 630/393-1171 x121 or email adultservices@warrenville.com.

America's News | Easy Search: All content (newsbank.com)


Spring Library Events—Register Now!

2023 Spring Reading Matters Newsletter

The latest edition of our library newsletter is now available. You can’t miss it in your mailboxes—it’s all about the Solar Eclipse! 

We’ve planned several library events leading up to April 8, when a total solar eclipse of the sun will cross the continental U.S. The Solar Eclipse Viewing Party—we’re giving out free eclipse glasses—will cap off weeks of programs designed to help you learn what a total eclipse is and the solar world around it. Get details.

Our Events calendar with spring programming is now open. Don't wait to register...our popular events fill up quickly. Event highlights for spring include: 

Along with registering online through the highlighted links noted above, you can also call or register in person at the Adult Services Desk, 630/393-1171 x121, or the Youth Services Desk, 630/393-1171 x124. 

SWAN Libraries + App

SWAN Library Services has rolled out a new version of its digital app, called the SWAN Libraries + app. If you are using the old version of the app, please delete it and reinstall the new app.

It's free and available for iOS and Android devices. Download the app and enter your library card number and PIN (last 4 digits of your phone). Within seconds, you will be able to view the status of your checked out items and titles on hold in the Account section.

The Discover tab displays images of New & Available Now books, eBooks, audiobooks, music and movies. With a few quick taps, you can easily place items on hold. With the Manage Categories button, you can expand your search to include:

Adults, Teens, Kids
En Español
Science Kits
Discovery Packs
Tech To Go

Do you have a specific title in mind? Just enter it in the search bar.

With the app, you won't ever need to bring your physical library card to the library. The Card feature lets you scan your barcode at the self-check station or the Member Services Desk. With the Linked Accounts option, you can add the library card numbers of other members of your household so you can check out items to their accounts.

If you need to quickly get a hold of the library or use our website, that's what the More feature is for!

If you have any questions about the SWAN Libraries + app, please visit or call our Adult Services Desk at 630/393-1171 x121.


LinkedIn Learning Database

Did you know you can use your Warrenville Public Library District library card for free access to LinkedIn Learning's 5,000 professional development courses? All you need to do is create an account using your library card number at LinkedIn Learning. Get more information here.

Need to register for a library card? Get info here.


Discovery Packs for Kids

Prepare your child for a new experience with one of our Discovery Packs. Located near the picture book collection in the Youth Services Department, the Discovery Packs are thematic kits in convenient backpacks that can be checked out to WPLD members for two weeks. We have topics ranging from going to the dentist to yoga and even long-term Illnesses. Each pack comes with several books, an activity or a DVD.

If you are looking for topic-specific materials curated for children up to age eight, the Discovery Packs are the tools for you. Stop by the Youth Services Desk for more information or place a hold on one in the catalog.